1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 924 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Porsche 924 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Visa | 924 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
